Co-Head Coach- Matt Roe
Coach Roe began coaching track & field as a volunteer coach in 2006 at Sun Prairie High School. He continued on staff for most of the years until 2015. In 2019 he returned to coaching track as a middle school coach at Patrick Marsh. He began at Sun Prairie West as a middle distance coach in 2025. Coach Roe most enjoys being a part of the learning that student athletes engage in through the training and competing in the sport of track & field. He teaches 6th grade math at Patrick Marsh Middle School.
Co-Head Coach- Derek Johnsrud
Coach J is dedicated to helping student-athletes grow both on and off the field. He emphasizes hard work, consistency, and building a positive team culture where every athlete feels supported and challenged to improve. Coach J is passionate about developing confidence, resilience, and a strong work ethic in his athletes. He believes the lessons learned through sports extend far beyond competition and strives to help athletes represent their school and community with pride.
Co-Head Coach- Josh O'Connor
Sprints Coach- Kobe Chandler
This is my first year coaching track and field and I can’t wait to get started. I’ve done track for almost 10 years, including at Beloit Memorial High School and the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater. I’ve been blessed to be a 2x State Qualifier for Beloit Memorial, as well as a 3x National Qualifier, 2x School Record Holder, and 1x All-American for UW-Whitewater. I’m exited to pass what I’ve learned to the next generation, and hopefully can help them to find their love for the sport as I did!
Mid Distance Coach- Kathy Hodges
Kathy Hodges coaches cross country and track at West, focusing on mid and long distance runners. She’s coached cross country for two years and is looking forward to her first track season. Kathy loves helping athletes set goals, improve, and have fun along the way. Sports have been a big part of her family too, with all four of her kids in Sun Prairie programs.
